MiddleNeck Living

Walk along Virginia’s Main Streets any time of year and you’re in for brightly colored store fronts, friendly faces, and an abundance small town charm. And during the holidays, these rather quiet streets become bustling with merriment and festivity. If you’re in the mood for a little adventure, now’s the time to plan your trip to any one of these 11 magical Main Streets in ...

Whether you are having a Christmas party with family and friends or an office party with co-workers, here’s a list of games that will add some fun to your celebration. Click below……
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When it comes to cooking a turkey, once a year is enough. This Christmas, give ham a try. The meat cooks far faster and with much less effort than the traditional turkey or tenderloins. Plus, each one of these recipes is every bit as festive and delicious. For example try Baked Ham with Root Beer Glaze… get this recipe and many more here

From an updated martini to a seasonal riff on the manhattan, here’s what to drink when the temperature dips…… You can sip a martini any time, but there’s something particularly pleasurable about a cocktail designed for the colder months. “Everyone’s looking to drink seasonally,” says bartender Tristan Willey of Brooklyn’s Long Island Bar. “But if you don’t know what to do at home, you can ...

Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, it’s seasonally appropriate to dive head first into the most wonderful time of year. Whether you consider yourself a holiday enthusiast or not, there’s no denying that Virginia is a state that lends itself to the magic of the season. Twinkling lights, a dusting of snow here and there, and that intangible feeling of being in the place ...

Bring cheer to your house this holiday season with these easy decorating ideas…. Everyone loves decorating for Christmas. Grab your garland and get ready for wreaths, because here, the editors of Southern Living share some of their favorite new ideas for Christmas decorating. These decorating ideas for your mantel, front door, mailbox, Christmas tree, and more will surely fill you with Christmas cheer. We show ...

Did you know that turkey wasn’t even served at the first Thanksgiving — and that the Pilgrims didn’t use forks because they weren’t invented yet? Impress your kids (and the in-laws!) with these crazy, yet true, fun facts about Thanksgiving!
On the fourth Thursday in November, families across the U.S. gather to feast on turkey, watch football and gear up for Christmas by looking for Santa ...